Tom Cruise is gearing up to make history as he prepares to film a movie in space, becoming the first civilian to perform a spacewalk. The film, backed by Universal, has an estimated budget of $200 million.
During the premiere of “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” in New York, Cruise revealed that while there is no production start date set yet for the space-set movie, they have been diligently working on it. Cruise stated, “We’ve been working on it diligently and we’ll see where we go.”
However, before Cruise can embark on his space mission, he needs to finish filming “Dead Reckoning Part Two,” the potential finale of the “Mission: Impossible” series. Writer and director Christopher McQuarrie, who is overseeing both movies, revealed that they will get back to work on “Part Two” as soon as the press tour for “Part One” ends. “We finish this tour, and on our way back to the U.K. we stop to scout along the way. We hit the ground running as soon as we get back,” said McQuarrie.
The latest installment of the “Mission: Impossible” series, which hits theaters this week, sees Cruise’s character Ethan Hunt face off against a mysterious villain from his past. The film also reunites him with allies Benji Dunn (played by Simon Pegg), Luther Stickell (played by Ving Rhames), and Ilsa Faust (played by Rebecca Ferguson).
One of the main attractions of any “Mission: Impossible” movie is the stunts, and “Dead Reckoning Part One” doesn’t disappoint. Cruise can be seen driving a motorcycle off a massive cliff and parachuting safely to the ground. When asked about the experience, Cruise nonchalantly replied, “I keep things pretty calm, nothing unusual. The usual day for me.”
Simon Pegg, who has worked alongside Cruise in five “Mission: Impossible” films, praised the actor for carrying the weight of cinema itself during the production of “Dead Reckoning Part One” amidst the pandemic. Pegg expressed his admiration for Cruise’s dedication and the unique skills he brings to his performances.
In conclusion, Tom Cruise continues to push boundaries as he prepares for a groundbreaking role in a space-set movie while balancing his ongoing commitment to the “Mission: Impossible” franchise. With his unwavering dedication and breathtaking stunts, Cruise remains an unparalleled force in the world of action cinema.
Watch the video below for more insights into Tom Cruise’s incredible stunts:
